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The straight wing is found on a lot of low-speed airplanes. This kind of wing extends from the body of the airplane at right angles. These wings provide good lift at low speeds, and they are structurally efficient, but are not suited to high speeds. Since the wing is perpendicular to the airflow it creates a lot of  drag. However, the straight wing provides good, stable flight. It is cheaper and can be made lighter.